For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,716 students in 60656, IL.
The top ranked public preschools in 60656, IL are Beard Elementary School, Dirksen Elementary School and Oriole Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 60656 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60656, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60656, IL Public Preschools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Beard Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6445 W Strong St
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1228
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1228
Grades: PK-3
| 167 students
Rank: #22.
Dirksen Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8601 W Foster Ave
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1090
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1090
Grades: PK-8
| 919 students
Rank: #33.
Oriole Park Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5424 N Oketo Ave
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1201
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 534-1201
Grades: PK-8
| 630 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 60656, IL?
The top ranked public preschools in 60656, IL include Beard Elementary School, Dirksen Elementary School and Oriole Park Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 60656, IL?
3 public preschools are located in 60656, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in 60656, IL?
60656, IL public preschools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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